World War 2: VE Day Sound Story

This VE Day sound story is written in simple, rhyming couplets. It uses clear, easy language to help young learners feel the joy of victory. Use your soundboard to play the matching sound after each couplet. Encourage your learners to join in with actions like saluting, marching, or clapping.

The WW2: VE Day Sound Story

Big Ben chimes a joyful tune so clear,
Telling us VE Day is finally here. (big-ben-ve-day)

Machine guns once roared in a time of fight,
Now quiet reminds us that peace shines bright. (machine-guns

We march in step with a brave, steady beat,
Celebrating freedom on every street. (military-march)

The crowd roars with cheers, so loud and grand,
Their happy voices join hand in hand. (crowd-cheering)

At early dawn, Reveille calls us to rise,
A new day of hope shines in our eyes. (reveille)

A victory speech fills our hearts with light,
Promising a future shining ever so bright. (victory-speech)

Fireworks burst in the dark, sparkling above,
Lighting the sky with freedom and love. (fireworks)

Dance music plays as our spirits soar high,
We celebrate our peace beneath the bright sky. (dance-music)

How to Tell the Story

1. Find a Quiet Place:
   Choose a calm space where the children can listen well.
2. Set Up Your Soundboard:
   Have all the sound files ready on your device.
3. Read the Story Slowly:
   Read each couplet clearly. After each couplet, play the matching sound.
4. Invite Participation:
   Ask questions like, “What sound did you hear?”
   Encourage actions like saluting, marching, or clapping.
5. Repeat for Enjoyment:
   Repeating the story helps the children remember the sounds and feel the excitement of VE Day.

VE DAY Soundboard

Suggested EYFS/PMLD Teaching Activities

• Action Imitation:
  Ask children to stand and salute when they hear the Reveille sound.
  Encourage them to march/wave arms in place when the military march plays.
• Sound Mimicry:
  Invite children to clap or cheer when they hear the crowd-cheering sound.
• Flag Fun:
  Provide small paper flags or cut-outs for the children to wave when flags are flapping.
• Art and Craft:
  Have a simple art session where children draw or colour flags, fireworks, or happy scenes from VE Day.
• Simple Discussion:
  Ask questions like, “How do you feel when you hear these sounds?”
  Keep the language clear and friendly to suit their needs.
• Movement and Dance:
  Play the dance music and encourage the children to dance or move freely.

Conclusion

This VE Day sound story in rhyming couplets is a fun and simple way to celebrate victory. It helps young learners understand history through engaging sounds and actions. Enjoy telling this story, and let the sounds of victory inspire hope and unity in your classroom.

Happy storytelling and celebrating VE Day!